Counsel, Patent and Complex Litigation
General MotorsSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinTech, Payments, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree with 8 or more years of experience as in-house or outside counsel advising technology and software companies in mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, technology transactions, payments, and software licensing (Basic)
- Admission to at least one state bar in good standing and able to register as in-house counsel as required (Basic)
- Juris Doctor degree with 10 or more years of experience as in-house or outside counsel advising technology and software companies in mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, technology transactions, payments, and software licensing (Preferred)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as needed, and engage directly with business clients at all levels (Preferred)
- Practical and creative problem-solver with strong business acumen, communication skills, and work ethic (Preferred)
- Excellent judgment and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines (Preferred)
- Experience in the drafting and negotiation of complex technology transactions agreements (Preferred)
- Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and experience with open source software licensing issues and standards setting organizations (Preferred plus)
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with strong analytical, client counseling, and negotiation skills; self-motivated, optimistic, curious, and collaborative team player
- Comfortable negotiating a variety of IP terms which preserve Visa’s proprietary rights while mitigating IP risk and ensuring freedom to operate
- Availability for hybrid on-site work (expectation of days in office confirmed by hiring manager), varying work hours upon department needs, and travel 5-10% of the time
- Ability to sit/stand at a desk, communicate in person/by telephone, and operate standard office equipment
Responsibilities
- Support Visa’s mergers and acquisitions and ventures investment activity from an IP point of view, including IP diligence
- Advise attorney colleagues and internal clients across Visa’s business on IP related issues in commercial deals and IP/technology transactions
- Work closely with other experienced lawyers and legal/IP professionals
- Regularly engage with business clients to understand and achieve key business objectives
- Negotiate a variety of IP terms to preserve Visa’s proprietary rights while mitigating IP risk and ensuring freedom to operate
- Report to a Vice President in Visa Legal who leads the Global IP function
- Support Visa’s product and technology organizations as part of the growing legal team
Skills
Intellectual Property Law
Technology Transactions
IP Diligence
M&A
Commercial Contracts
Negotiation
Client Counseling
Freedom to Operate
Visa
Global digital payment network provider
About Visa
Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
Risks
CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.
Differentiation
Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
Upsides
Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.
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